Which of the following is most likely to 'block' the atmospheric window and keep the the lower atmosphere warmer?
A) ozone
B) air pollution
C) nitrogen
D) clouds

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Clouds are most likely to block the atmospheric window and keep the lower atmosphere warmer. The atmospheric window is a range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation that are able to pass through the Earth's atmosphere without being absorbed or scattered. Clouds can reflect and absorb these wavelengths, trapping heat in the lower atmosphere and contributing to global warming. Ozone, nitrogen, and air pollution do not have as significant of an impact on blocking the atmospheric window.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely to 'Block' the Atmospheric